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Find trusted therapy and support for your child in your neighborhood.
No waitlist, No referral. — on your terms.

Connecting families directly with vetted therapy and support — while empowering professionals to work independently, set their rates, and grow their client base.

No diagnosis required to get started—find support right away.

No Credit Card Needed to Join · HSA/FSA Eligible
2 Months Free · Then $25/month for life — founding rate
Jounce App
1 in 31
children diagnosed with ASD
6M+
children with ADHD in the U.S.
$90B+
U.S. behavioral health market
350K
serviceable families in NYC/NJ

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Families Are Free · Professionals — 2 Months Free · Then $25/month for life — founding rate

Services

Support that fits your child

8 categories of in-home support — click on each to learn more.

ABA Therapy
Behavior & communication support
  • Structured behavior intervention
  • Daily routines
  • Communication skills
Speech & Language Therapy
Language & social communication
  • Speech delays
  • Language development
  • Social communication
Occupational Therapy
Sensory & motor skills
  • Sensory processing support
  • Focus and self-regulation
  • Daily living & motor skills
Behavioral & Developmental Therapy
Behavioral strategies & developmental growth
  • ADHD & anxiety
  • Behavioral strategies & support
  • Early developmental milestones
  • Play-based learning
  • Social & emotional growth
Art & Music Therapy
Creative expression through art & music
  • Creative expression
  • Engagement through music
  • Emotional processing
  • Building confidence
Child Life Specialist
Coping, comfort & emotional wellbeing
  • Coping with daily transitions & life changes
  • Emotional expression & connection
  • Building resilience & confidence
  • Hospital visit assistance
Academic Enrichment and Learning Support
Learning support & goal setting
  • Homework support
  • Organization for the school week
  • Goal setting & staying on track
  • Building confidence
  • Can work with schools
Respite Care
Flexible help when you need it
  • Need a break?
  • Running errands or extra support?
  • Flexible help — when you need it most
Trust & Safety

Built on trust and safety

Every professional is vetted. Every interaction is protected.

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Verified Providers

Credentials and licenses verified for every professional on the platform.

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Secure Booking

Simple, secure booking with encrypted communications and safe payments.

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Safe Payments

Secure, automated payments and payouts. HSA/FSA eligible services supported.

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Families First

Designed with families in mind — every feature built around your child's needs.

🔒  Designed with HIPAA-aligned privacy standards · Your information is always protected
Why Jounce?

Kids need support now—not later.

The Problem

  • Long waitlists and delayed access to support
  • Endless paperwork and intake calls
  • Limited local options and poor provider fit
  • No clear, simple way to get started
  • Families navigating private-pay alone

A Simpler Way

  • Browse for the right support that fits your child
  • Book sessions instantly — no delays
  • Transparent pricing and availability
  • All-in-one platform: search, book, and pay
  • No diagnosis required to get started

Jounce was created to remove the barriers families face when trying to access the right support — because kids need support now.

— Jennie Abbott, Founder

How It Works

Simple steps to get started

Designed to be fast and easy — for both families and professionals.

For Families

1
Explore support for free.

Browse professionals by service, availability, and fit. No referral needed.

2
Choose the right professional and time.

Find the best fit for your child — you're in control.

3
Book sessions on your terms.

In-home, flexible, designed around your schedule.

No Credit Card Needed to Join · HSA/FSA Eligible

For Professionals

1
Create your profile and get verified.

Set up your credentials and services in minutes.

2
Set your schedule and rates.

Work when it fits, alongside your current role or full-time.

3
Get discovered and grow your client base.

Families find you directly. Build your practice on your terms.

2 Months Free · Then $25/month for life — founding rate

About Us

Built by parents, for parents

Our Mission: To empower families by making it easier to find and choose the right therapy and support — on their terms. We believe every child is unique.

Our Vision: To become a trusted digital platform transforming how families access therapy and support — where every family can quickly find the right support without barriers, delays, or uncertainty.

My son discovered a talent through art therapy — and that shaped how I think about support.

— Jennie Abbott, Founder · Mom to Sean, diagnosed at 2.5 years old

What Families & Professionals Are Saying

Real support. Real results.

Early feedback from families and professionals in our community.

★★★★★

Finding an ABA therapist used to take months. With Jounce I found the perfect match for my son in days. He's thriving and I finally feel supported too.

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Maria T.

Mom of a 6-year-old · New Jersey

Most Helpful
★★★★★

As a speech therapist I was spending so much time on admin. Jounce lets me focus on my clients. I set my own schedule and the platform handles everything else.

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Diana R.

Speech-Language Therapist · New York

★★★★★

My daughter has autism and finding art therapy that comes to our home was nearly impossible. Jounce made it easy. She looks forward to every session now.

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Kevin & Aisha P.

Parents of a 9-year-old · Brooklyn, NY

★★★★★

Respite care through Jounce gave me back my weekends. I can finally go grocery shopping or run errands without the stress — knowing my son is safe, happy, and in great hands. It's been a game changer for our whole family.

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Lisa M.

Single mom of two · Union, NJ

★★★★★

I joined as an OT and within two weeks had 4 new families. Payments are seamless, and I love the flexibility. Highly recommend to any independent provider.

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Tariq B.

Occupational Therapist · Queens, NY

★★★★★

No waitlists, no referrals, no runaround. I found a music therapist the same day. This platform is what every parent of a neurodivergent child needs.

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Rachel & James O.

Parents of a 7-year-old · Hoboken, NJ

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Families Are Free · Professionals — 2 Months Free · Then $25/month for life — founding rate

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know to get started.

General
Yes! Jounce is free for families to join. You can browse, connect, and book sessions directly through the app.
Our professionals are experienced providers who work with children and families in home-based settings. We verify credentials and confirm that required licenses are active and in good standing.
Not at all. Jounce is designed for all children — whether they have a diagnosis or simply need additional support, enrichment, or guidance.
Families gain direct access to trusted professionals, flexible scheduling, and the ability to choose providers based on their child's unique needs — all in one simple platform.
Booking & Scheduling
Simply browse available professionals, choose the best fit for your needs, and book a session directly through the app.
You can reschedule or cancel sessions directly in the app at least 24 hours before the scheduled time.
Privacy & Safety
Yes. We use secure, encrypted technology designed to protect your family's information and privacy.
Yes. We verify credentials and confirm that required licenses are active and in good standing before professionals are approved on the platform.
Payments, Insurance & Reimbursement
Jounce currently operates as a private-pay platform. Families pay professionals directly through the app. We plan to support insurance integration in the future.
While we do not bill insurance directly at this time, some services may be eligible for out-of-network reimbursement depending on your insurance plan. We recommend checking with your provider.
Yes. Families can download or print a receipt from the app after each session, which may be used for reimbursement if eligible under your insurance plan.
Yes! Many therapy and developmental services may be eligible for HSA/FSA spending. You can use your HSA/FSA card for qualifying services — please check with your plan for eligibility.
Yes. Professionals set their own rates and availability, giving families flexibility to choose services that fit their needs and budget.
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Resources

Getting Started Guides!

Helpful guides for families and professionals — yours to keep.

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